2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | P5B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
